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Overcoming ObstaclesLesson Plan

The young people highlighted in the following short films and story demonstrate their determination and perseverance. 

Overcoming Obstacles 

Both Faith Guilbault and Liz Murray had obstacles to overcome. watch these two short films highlighting their achievements and perseverance before considering the discussion questions. 

Perseverance

Produced by:Anson Schloat and John G. Young
Liz Murray overcomes her difficult childhood to win a scholarship to go to college.

BYkids Trailer: FAITH’S WORLD

Faith Guilbault
Faith Guilbault (age 16) has cerebral palsy and invites us to experience living with special needs so we can all treat being differently abled with humanity and normalcy.

What character traits do Faith and Liz demonstrate that enable them to overcome the obstacles that they each face?

Do you know anyone who has faced challenges that have not discouraged them, but instead they were able to be persistent, adapt, and find a way forward? Share their story with MY HERO.

The following young people show determination as they live with ADD, ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia. Read the story about Lovey the Lovebird, and then watch the two short films before considering the discussion questions. 

Lovey the Lovebird

By: Marcus Fennema
Lovey the Lovebird helped Marcus develop social skills to manage his ADHD and autism.

Minimum Max

Produced by:Joshua Ovalle
A brief and powerful first-hand account from high school student, Max, who must navigate through the world of ADD and all the medications that come along with it.

Do You See Rainbow?

Kitty Richardson
An insight into autism from the perspective of someone with autism.

People with ADHD might have trouble paying attention, sitting still, or staying focused on tasks. It's like having a super-energetic brain that wants to explore and do many things at once. How did Lovey help Marcus?

Max explained that when he took medicine for his ADD he did not feel like himself, and others noticed the difference. What was his decision about continuing to take his medication? Do you agree with this decision? Why or why not?

Autism is a condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and see the world around them. People with autism might have difficulty understanding social cues, making friends, or expressing their feelings in the same way as others. How did Do You See a Rainbow explain this? Do you know anyone who is on the autism spectrum and did this film help you understand them better?

Secondary Strobe

By: Maddie Barnes
This film follows Libby Gotta, a competitive swimmer and member of the Great British Deaf Swimming Club

Libby Gotta is a deaf swimmer. Learn about the challenges she has overcome pursuing her goal of being a competitive  swimmer.  Although she qualified for the World Deaf Championships, she was not able to attend, why? How did that make your feel?


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